Sr. Specialist - Marine Operations -

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Job description

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Energy Transfer, recognized by Forbes as one of America's best large employers, is dedicated to responsibly and safely delivering Americas energy. We are driven to inspire our employees to create superior value for our customers, our investors, a sustainable future and giving back to the community where we have long-standing commitments to causes including MD Anderson Childrens Cancer Hospital, The Salvation Army, American Heart Association, Ronald McDonald House and many more.

We value all of our employees who make our growth and success possible. We are proud to offer industry leading compensation, comprehensive benefits, 401(k) match with additional profit sharing, PTO and abundant career opportunities.

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Summary:

The Sr. Specialist - Marine Operations position reports directly to the Marine Manager. Individuals in this role will collaborate closely with the terminal operations group to ensure the efficient execution of daily Marine Assurance tasks within the terminal. In addition, the role will provide support for various aspects of our business, including terminal inspections, marine scheduling, incident investigations, and act as a liaison between the vessel and the terminal to ensure safe and efficient operations of vessels that call the terminal.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Maintain safe cargo transfer operations and intercede whenever there is an unsafe act.
Liaison between all vessels and terminal operations
Provide marine expertise as needed by the terminal operational or commercial personnel
Monitor the scheduling and vetting processes to ensure smooth arrivals and transfer operations
Act as a representative for marine issues in the port
To have an eye toward security issues when related to the vessel at the berth
Develop a relationship with the owners of time chartered vessels or vessels with frequent arrivals

Special Considerations:
No set schedule - ability to work irregular schedules on short notice. Sometimes exaggerated work period e.g. greater than 12 hrs if there is a problem.
Requirements:
Education and/or Experience, Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential job duty satisfactorily. The requirements for this position are listed below:

At least eight (8) years of experience working in a port or shipboard environment in a position that involves direct participation in relevant technical/engineering and marine shipping management activities.
Minimum marine license 3rd Mate Oceans, Master of Towing Near Coastal or equivalent experience.
At least 3 years sailing on a CG license and participation in standing a navigation watch is required.
Experience in NGL or other fully refrigerated hydrocarbon liquids and their associated systems is desired; however, operational experience in petrochemicals (either on ships or at terminals) may also be considered acceptable.
Marine Engineers may also apply, provided they possess the background in petroleum transportation while sailing on their license
Candidate must be able to communicate with key internal stakeholders in Terminal Operations, Engineering, and Commercial personnel. External stakeholders would include USCG, Pilots, vessel personnel and owners and the port safety committees.
Must possess strong decision-making ability.
Must possess a working knowledge of the CFRs, IMO standards and Industry Best Practices as they relate to the marine industry for facilities and shipping.
Demonstrate knowledge in conducting audits, investigations, vessel inspection, Safety Management Systems, and Vetting
Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, along with excellent interpersonal abilities. Capable of effectively communicating at all levels of an organization, as well as with individuals and groups from various disciplines, industries, and governmental agencies.
Demonstrate analytical and problem-solving skills.
Basic IT skills for communications, graphics, measurement, research, and reporting.
Ability to independently establish work priorities that are in line with overall department and facility goals.
Ability to climb around vessels and confined spaces for inspections.
Ability to pull lines, swim, don emergency equipment, opening large heavy hatches, or potentially jump from heights.
Must maintain a valid drivers license for the state of residence.
Must have and maintain or have the ability to obtain and maintain a Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC).
Preferred Qualifications

Graduate of a Maritime Academy is preferred but not required if experience is commensurate to the time and exposure to the marine industry.
A proficient understanding of all aspects related to the transportation, transfer, storage, and processing of NGLs (or other fully refrigerated hydrocarbon liquids).
Pipeline and/or process facility operation experience is desirable.

Working Conditions:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

Must be able to remain in a stationary position 50% of the time due to prolonged periods of sitting or standing.
While carrying out the responsibilities of this role, the employee may frequently need to stand, walk, sit, climb stairs, work with tools at heights above the ground on stairs and catwalks, lift, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, talk or hear, smell, type, and write.
The MTA carries a cell phone and is an on-call position. Must be within a commutable distance of the facility and able to respond to emergencies as required.
Occasional overnight travel may be required.
Should be capable of boarding a ship or other vessel using a gangway or ladder, ascending to the top of a tank (200 steps), climbing a vertical steel ladder up to forty feet or higher, and lifting and moving objects weighing up to 30 pounds.
While fulfilling job duties, the employee will work both indoors and outdoors, and may periodically be exposed to weather conditions throughout the year, coastal ocean environment, noise, and occasionally random process gases and vapors.
Specific visual skills required include the ability to see close up, perceive colors, have a wide field of vision, judge depth, and focus accordingly.
Working on vessels with combustible/flammable/carcinogenic cargoes e.g. H2S
Must be familiar with casualty assistance and emergency procedures for incidents such as, grounding, collision, allision, fire, explosion, floundering, man overboard.

An equal opportunity employer/disability/vet

Energy Transfer is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against qualified applicants on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, pregnancy, veteran status, genetic information, citizenship status, or any other basis prohibited by law.

The nature and frequency of the above working conditions and requirements may vary depending on individual operational circumstances. Where feasible, the Partnership will make reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities to enable them to perform the essential functions of the job.

DISCLAIMER: The statements listed in this job posting, which are subject to change, are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified.

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